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RELIGIOUS TOURS
In
The Footsteps of St. Paul
Tour
Map
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12 NIGHTS /
13 DAYS
TOUR CODE
: RPT
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Day
1 : Istanbul
Our
representative greets you as you land in Istanbul. After
transferring to your hotel, the remainder of the day is free.
Dinner and overnight in your hotel. (D) |
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Day
2 : Antioch
A
morning flight to Adana begins a full day tour taking you past
hilltop Crusader castles to
Antakya to visit the Antioch cave church that sponsored Paul`s
missionary journeys. You also
see an excellent museum of Roman mosaics from nearby ruins.
Return to Adana for overnight. (B,L,D) |
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Day
3 : Tarsus / Cillician Gates / Cappadocia
Tour
St. Pauls`s birthplace, Tarsus where you may drink from his well.
Drive through the beautiful Taurus Mountains to Biblical
Cappadocia, famous for unique landscapes, underground cities and
towns carved from soft volcanic rock. En route, we visit a 13th
century caravan inn. (B,L,D) |
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Day
4 : Cappadocia
A
full day to tour Cappadocia: Goreme, with its
rock chapels decorated with Christian frescoes the
underground city of Kaymakli. Visit the pottery making village of
Avanos and the Byzantine Monastic complex of Zelve simply enjoy
the picturesque views of this ancient, historic land. (B,L,D) |
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Day
5 : Cappadocia
Iconium Antalya
Drive
across rolling steppe to Konya for a tour of the famous
Mevlana Mausoleum, Then transit the Taurus Mountains to
arrive in Antalya on the Mediterranean Sea, an area often called
the Turquoise Coast due to it`s exquisite clear blue waters.
(B,L,D) |
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Day
6 : Perge & Aspendos
A
full day tour includes: the Antalya Archaeological Museum and its
numerous artifacts and statues from nearby ancient sites. The
unspoiled ruins of Perge with its colonnade street, and Aspendos
with its huge theater, the best preserved Mediterranean theater
still used for special events. (B,L,D) |
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Day
7 :Antalya Laodicea Pamukkale
A
morning drive brings you to Pamukkale and the white lime cascades
of the Roman spa , Hierapolis , Phillip the Evangelist`s home.
Tour the extensive Necropolis , churches and baths then stop at
nearby Laodecia . Enjoy a leisurely bath in natural warm mineral
waters . ( B , D ) |
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Day
8 : Ephesus & St. Mary`s House Smyrna
A
morning drive crosses the fertile valleys to Ephesus, home of Saint Paul for three years, to explore and
experience of Greco Roman and Christian remains. Tour nearby
Virgin Mary`s cottage. Stop at the restoration of Saint John`s
Basilica, his first burial spot. Return to Kusadasi for overnight.
(B,L,D) |
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Day
9 : Kusadasi Priene Miletos Didyma - Kusadasi
You
will be picked up from your hotel after breakfast and depart
for Priene.
This
was once a harbour city but is now located 16 km inland from
the sea on the hills of the Mykale Mountain. It has many
examples of Hellenic art and architecture. Alexander The
Great lived in this city for a time. The theatre in Priene
is one of the most beautiful ones from The Hellenic World.
The Athena Polias Temple was reconstructed by Alexander The
Great as a gift to the city. After Priene, you will depart
for Miletus. Visit the ancient city of Miletus which once
was one of the biggest cities in Anatolia. It was located on
the trade routes and it was for this reason that it became
very prosperous and had many colonies. Miletus is famous for
its genius philosphers and architects, such as Tales,
Anaksimandros, Anaksimenes, Hippodamos and Isidoros. Miletus
is also famous for the Faustina Baths. Lunch break after
Miletus and then visit to Didyma. This was not a city but a
temple dedicated to Apollon. It was once one of the biggest
temples in the Hellenic World. It was connected to Miletus
with a holy road of 19km. Overnight at the Hotel in Kusadasi.
(B,L,D) |
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Day
10 : Pergamum Troy Canakkale ( Dardanelles )
The
first stop today is the acropolis of ancient Pergamum. Sights
include the Altar of Zeus, and the Asklepion, a famous Roman
Medical Center. Continuing north, we tour legendary walls,
buildings and a replica of the famous wooden horse at Troy.
Overnight in Canakkale. (B,L,D) |
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Day
11 : Dardanelles Gallipoli Istanbul
Crossing
the Dardanelles waterway we see a WW1 site, then drive along
the Marmara Sea to Istanbul. Upon arrival, tour the Blue
Mosque of Sultan Ahmet I, famous for unequaled ceramis tiles. You
may choose to join our optional dining evening with belly and folk
dancing entertainment. (B,L) |
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Day
12 : Istanbul
Today
explore ancient city highlights including Topkapi Palace (main
residence of Ottoman sultans). Saint Sophia Basilica with its
breathtaking mosaics, stained glass windows and decorated domes finally
the Grand Bazaar with 3.000 exotic shops along covered lanes and
alleyways. (B,L) |
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Day
13 : Istanbul
Your
escort will transfer,you to the airport for the flight home.(B) |
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Breakfast
L: Lunch
D: Dinner |
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